1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Olympia | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Olympia | A5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |